Niger is currently grappling with one of the most severe economic and security crises in its recent history. The nation finds itself caught between the relentless threat of armed groups and the profound diplomatic isolation resulting from the junta, led by Abdourahamane Tiani. In this challenging environment, mere survival has transformed into an act of enduring resistance, profoundly impacting daily life for its citizens.
As dusk descends upon the Zinder suburbs in southeastern Niger, Rabiatou, a 29-year-old street vendor, begins packing up her stall. With a bundle of second-hand clothes balanced on her head, she starts her journey home. Today’s sales were dismal: a single item sold for just 1,000 F CFA, half of which immediately went towards her transport costs. Upon her arrival, her baby, strapped to her back, gurgles with delight as it catches sight of her three